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Just because someone is your biological parent doesn’t automatically make them family. Being a father is all about self-sacrifice, supporting your kids through all the ups and downs, and loving them unconditionally.

Unfortunately, not everyone fits the bill. Some dads are downright toxic and deeply mean-spirited. Bored Panda has collected some of the most awful message exchanges that people have ever had with their ‘dads.’ They’re examples of behavior that nobody should have to tolerate, and why healthy boundaries are vital, even when it comes to your relatives.

Warning: this topic may be triggering for some readers.

#1

My Father Tries To Say He Put Me Through College. My $1,000 Monthly Loan Payments Say Otherwise

My Father Tries To Say He Put Me Through College. My $1,000 Monthly Loan Payments Say Otherwise

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xolitaire
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1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Go you! He didn't just walk into that one, he flew into it with Mach 10. What a loser

Jessica Bertram
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1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"About" 24. Your daughter. You don't know her age, but yeah.

Carla Phillips
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1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I like how third comment is against the mother when even the jerk dad said he chose to have nothing to do with his child.

Gwen Davis-Feldman
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1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The same with me. My father would always use my college tuition as an excuse to his buddies --- "that's why I'm always broke." I spoke up " you gave me $20 for my entire 4 years - to pay for a book or something I desperately needed. I can pay that back now if you want but you did not PUT ME THROUGH COLLEGE. Never told that lie again.

MotherofGuineaPigs
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1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sounds like my family. Once when she was talking to who knows who and was boasting about paying for my college, I got my loan papers (while she was still on the phone) handed them to her and said loudly "If you put me through school, then you won't have a problem paying the $40k in student loans"

IYAAYAS64
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1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He sounds like my ex husband. He literally did nothing to help his kids. Honestly that was just fine they did better not having that toxic sperm donor disrupting their lives.

Anonymous User
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1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dad's are the glue that hold family together, lol!

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    #2

    That's A Father Who Needs To Be Investigated

    That's A Father Who Needs To Be Investigated

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    Lauren Caswell
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ew! This is creepy as, like the promise ring thing (wouldn't be so creepy if it was for either everyone or no-one, rather than just dad's and daughters)

    Dumb teenager
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Would still be way creepy if it was both perants. I sure as hell wouldn’t want my perants whatching my genitals being examined!

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    Tabitha
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    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is always a female nurse present if the doctor is the opposite sex of the patient. Makes sense, as it helps the patient feel calmer and safer in such stressful circumstances. So Daddy can stay TF out. I mean, I remember I was about 3 or 4 when I booted everyone out of the bathroom when I took a bath, starting with my father. They could stand at the door and listen all they wanted, but they couldn’t come in until I said so. That’s the usual age when children decide for themselves that they want privacy when doing private stuff like bathing. After that, it starts getting abnormal and downright creepy if the parents insist on being in the same room.

    Gwyn
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My doctor's office always has a nurse present regardless of the doctors gender.

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    Susie Elle
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I really hope the dad was just overly concerned for the girl's safety, but yikes

    Jen Hart
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My spidey-sense says dad didn't want daughter to "say the wrong thing" or make sure daughter "kept the secret" 😔

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    Guy Bare
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ughhhh... come on, it's a doctor, and she's a grown up... please

    Royal Stray
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why was he even with her? Even if he gave her a lift he should wait in the car wtf

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    SuperChicken
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I understand if he gave her a ride, fine; and if she needs a ride home. The father can wait at the waiting room or at a cafe nearby. Creepy and perverted father,

    Stephanie Trump
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, that is creepy. I want as few people in the room as possible when my hoohah is exposed

    Gwen Davis-Feldman
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like dad wanted to check on daughter's sexual activity - if any. Poor girl...move out now.

    Andy Cran
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    parents often don't let go of their children emotionally and grow with the changing dynamics of the relationship

    Holly Castillo
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’ sounds like someone trafficking/abusing a young girl not a “father figure”

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    #3

    My Stepdad Gave My PC Away To Goodwill. He Said I Waste My Time On It And I Should Be An Auto Mechanic Instead Of Going To College For Computer Science. I Spent Like $800 On That PC

    My Stepdad Gave My PC Away To Goodwill. He Said I Waste My Time On It And I Should Be An Auto Mechanic Instead Of Going To College For Computer Science. I Spent Like $800 On That PC

    I went to Goodwill and bought it back for $85. They had my computer for sale for $85.

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    Lost Penny
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Should've reported him for theft.

    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is theft, plain and simple. Go to the police. If you bought the PC yourself, bring all the documents.

    Debbie
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And all your data... privacy/security wise I hope it was all wiped before your father handed it in. (Doubt it). For less hassle - I hope everything was still on it and you could just plug and play. Would like to advise a lock on the pc bolted to the desk, but I bet dad would see that as a challenge and get powertools or destroy it... :(

    Royal Stray
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OP should probably inform the nearest goodwill stores that his stepdad has a tendency to do this, so they can keep the computer for him if it happens again

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    Jessany Trotter
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When he gets old, dump him in a nursing home and forget him.

    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a jerk. A friends son was in a similar situation. His sorry Daddy demanded he take some kids and of PC classes in college but he wanted Auto Body. After he moved out of Mr control freaks house and in with his Mama he switched majors and was much happier.

    David
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This could be a true story but at least in WA state, that is not how Goodwill works. All electronics and I think also just general electrical items (toaster, blender) go to a central location near Seattle where they have people trained to test everything. Junk is recycled and still usable stuff is sent back out to the various stores. Meaning a given donated PC would not immediately be for sale and quite likely would not be at the same location it was donated at. That said, maybe some locations do it differently.

    Sven Grammersdorf
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It works the same way here in Indiana. I don't believe this story, either.

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    D.L. Birdski
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So now you’ve spent $885 on it.

    KieLeaHar
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your stepdad is an arśehole and your mother should say something or kick him out!!!

    Goat express
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's a lot going on in this pic.

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    #4

    Insane Dad

    Insane Dad

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    ElfVibratorGlitter
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Download an app that looks for infrared or RF signals, or even "hidden camera detector" apps. (Yes, I know this is from reddit, but figured I'd post a solution that might help other people.)

    BeesEelsAndPups
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good to have if you stay in Airbnbs. Lots of hidden cameras in those places

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    xolitaire
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Depending on how old you are I'd go to the police and tell them my father is a creep who camera-stalks me in my bedroom

    Tabitha
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Her bedroom? Where she changes clothes? WTF? I would be calling CPS and the police on my own father for that pervy b******t.

    Friskey Horton
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ask the police to help you find it

    Lsai Aeon
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If that kid has ever been naked in their room, dad now has child P on his phone. Call the police and report

    censorshipsucks
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    trip the power, find it, destroy it, put the power back.

    Mike
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sorry, but ur dad is a perv.

    Elisabeth Brook
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    call the police. don’t tell them your Dad put it there.

    Danish Susanne
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    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You cannot be sure it is your dad after all, even if all the evidence points to it, so better let the police find the culprit.

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    Sarah B
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's a good change as well he's tracking internet usage, rather than using a camera. All the things mentioned here are using electronics

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    #5

    Why’d I Have The Same Exact Experience

    Why’d I Have The Same Exact Experience

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    Fat Harry (Oi / You)
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly... my step-daughter's car wouldn't start after she finished work one day. She called, we tried a few things, and I drove over (only about 1/2 hour) in the dark, managed to get it started, and we tentatively drove home with me following her all the way. It's just what you do for your family and the people you care about. To not even ATTEMPT to help is just so s****y.

    Carrie B
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good for you. My husband would do the same for my daughter (his stepdaughter). This is just messed up.

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    Captain Awesome
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    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My son's tire blew out about 45 minutes from the house at midnight. I drove out there, waited for tow truck and took him home (he didn't have a spare). Then I drove him back out the next day to pick his car up and paid for everything. It's called not being a d**k.

    Fire Singer
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My dad actually got offended when I locked my keys in my car and called my brother in law who lives 10 miles away instead of calling my dad who lives 45 miles away because my dad wanted to be the one to help me. Any dad who doesn't have what we call "superman syndrome" with the desire and drive to help their children in need is not a dad in my opinion. This does not include dads who financially and physically can't help their kids of course.

    BookFanatic
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    God bless all the dads who dad whether or not they're actually Dad.

    detective miller's hat
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of the time I was stranded in NYC with very little money and a dying cell phone. It had also started snowing quite heavily. There was a new rule (circa 9/11) that you couldn't have more than a certain number of bags to travel on the train, and I had like 5 bags of film equipment. The rule did not apply in Philadelphia, where I had come from and where I was trying to get back to. My mother was 5 hours away. When I called my father, my stepmother wouldn't even let me speak to him. She just said "he's busy" and hung up. Thank Satan for one of my mother's good friends. She worked in the city and came to pick me up.

    Beth Wheeler
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a good thing you know who you can call when you need help. If you can afford it get the mid level AAA, you get up to 100 miles of towing. They will jump your car off, unlock door is f you lock the keys inside.

    FoxEcoLimaIndiaCharlieIndiAlfa
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    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also if you're a Tmobile customer, they cover the cost of AAA basic plan. The basic only covers a few miles of towing, but they will fix a flat with a spare, deliver fuel if you run out, just gotta pay for the price of the gas, they also cover locksmith services for up to $50 and come out to jump start if battery dies. Plus quite a bit of other services, are all covered, just for being a Tmobile customer. You can upgrade to the mid or best level of AAA memberships at any time, just have to pay for those upgraded membership tiers.

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    Moë
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My step dad drove an hour to replace my alternator in the winter

    KieLeaHar
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My father is the same.. I had a minor car accident about two months ago and I have REALLY BAD panic attacks and I couldn’t get my mum on the phone because she never answers…. So my moron father answered andddd he said those exact same words. Yeah. The guy whose car mine somehow rolled backwards into— but he had a massive bull bar- zero damage! Kept comforting me and checking on me…. My dïckhead father, ever the narcissist, couldn’t have cared less.. Oh I did indeed yell at him for it once my panic attack subsided.

    KieLeaHar
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My car for some reason stopped at the lights about two months ago and rolled backwards into car. It is not an electric car and I had my foot on the brakes and it did nothing. Literally it will not stop. It rolled into the car behind me. I called my father afterwards because I was having a panic attack and my mum, as usual, wasn’t answering her phone. My father in his NEVER CHANGING WAYS simply said to me; ‘what do you want me to do about it?’… Yeah… Even the guy whose car I had rolled into was more concerned about me and he got me to hang up the phone and helped with my panic attack while my dïckhead father didn’t even care at all. Yeah. Oh, and he is my biological father… he is just a narcissist. But let me tell you now, if it was his golden child, his first born daughter it would be a different story. He would drive to the ends of the earth for her. 🙄 Coincidentally, she too is a narcissist and they both get along…can’t stand her!

    Goat express
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    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't even imagine being 17 and having that happen. If my dad didn't come, I wouldn't know what else to do. I bet my dad not only would've come, he'd have done the same for basically anyone else.

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    #6

    My Dad Is Sending Me To Boot Camp This Month Because I Didn't Get My Hair Cut The Way He Wanted. I Was Sobbing In The Back Of My Work When He Sent Me These Messages

    My Dad Is Sending Me To Boot Camp This Month Because I Didn't Get My Hair Cut The Way He Wanted. I Was Sobbing In The Back Of My Work When He Sent Me These Messages

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    Lost Penny
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    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And some years later, this very man is going to whine to everyone who happened to be around about his uNgRaTeFuL sOn who wants nothing to do with him.

    WindySwede
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You have a job, but not old enough to decide how you like your hair?? 🤯

    Sven Horlemann
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would screen shot everything, keep it. And when the time is right, come clean with him. Does not matter when. But when dad "forgets" what he said, wrote, did. Been there, done that. The most puzzling is, when they look at you in disbelief because they completely forgot how they behaved.

    Guy Bare
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think I would have runaway

    Carla Phillips
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would like to know OP's age. Not that this is appropriate at any age, but I can't imagine how anxiety inducing this would get as person gets more and more self aware.

    Tara L.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ya he can't force you into the military

    BarfyCat
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mom was far from perfect, but she always said I could do whatever I wanted with my hair, because hair grows back

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    There are four main parenting styles: authoritative (aka balanced), authoritarian (dictatorial and harsh), permissive (parents see their kids as friends), and uninvolved (neglectful).

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    #7

    My Father Tracking Me While I’m On A Date

    My Father Tracking Me While I’m On A Date

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    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This type of controlling parent is seriously creepy. If someone feels unsafe during a date they can switch their GPS on. There is no need for a tracking device. It's an invasion of privacy and a breach of trust.

    Alex Mosby
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Depends on the age with this one. My neice has ADHD and we live in a massive sprawl. She's allowed to go just about anywhere, she just forgets to check in if plans change.

    Lexekon
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Consider before downvoting, minors are considered the responsibility of their parents in the US, so tracking by phone is the least intrusive option.

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    BarfyCat
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have location sharing on my teen's phone in case of emergencies. To date, I have never once looked at it, as there haven't been any emergencies. Teenagers need to learn to be independent adult humans. That will not happen if you continue to treat them like they're 5 years old.

    censorshipsucks
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    depends on the kid's age and safety level of the country. If this is USA I'd be worried about public mass shootings so I would definitely track my kid.

    Jane
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    By the locations they are in Brisbane, Australia on a place called the Queen St Mall which is super safe

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    Joseph Dixon
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder how people have the time and energy to do stupid stuff like this.

    Beth Wheeler
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because depending on her age you don't need to know where she is every second of the day. If she's an adult back off!

    #8

    Once A Month From My Dad

    Once A Month From My Dad

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    WindySwede
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Please block an go NC!

    Con O Cuinn
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nah, you want a written record of harassment in case it escalated.

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    Sue Denham
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This guy does not deserve to be called your dad.

    John Monteith
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why haven’t you blocked the twat

    Ban-One
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why not block? Not worth reading and not worth your time. That might be be the person who fathered you...but it's definitely not your Dad. At least no more.

    Sharkie
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can think of only one reason... I would need a reminder to myself that he did not change. If I ever wonder if I should try again and have some relationship with that person because he couldn't be as bad as I remember it to be, those messages show, he is much worse...

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    Sunny Day
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now, now. You don't have to act like him. Post something nice about his house. Include a picture that has his house number visible, and ask if they've replaced the stop sign at the corner of (his street). Then wait for him to get home from vacation.

    Celtic Pirate Queen
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WTAF? From your Father???? Block him on every media site you use and do not ever speak to him again. What a f*cking monster.

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    #9

    I’m A Recovering Alcoholic Who Just Moved Into A New Apartment. This Is What My Dad Left Me

    I’m A Recovering Alcoholic Who Just Moved Into A New Apartment. This Is What My Dad Left Me

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    rorschach-penguin
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never assume malice when stupidity is a possibility.

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    Cheesepony
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    im gonna guess dad's an alcoholic too - it was like that for me, some people don't want you to stop, it's too close to home for them

    xolitaire
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, those are the worst. Seeing you do better means losing their excuse to ignore their own failure

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    xolitaire
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    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ban your father from your apartment and your life. Seriously. This is not a joke, it's an active attempt to destroy your life.

    censorshipsucks
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    invite him over and chuck it out the window onto his car's roof.

    Celtic Pirate Queen
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He must have liked you better when you drank. You were probably much more easily manipulated. Congrats on getting sober. And either set some VERY clear boundaries or just don't talk to this f*cking asshat for a few years.

    Gwen Davis-Feldman
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jealous. Want you to fail so he can feel good about himself. Sick SOB

    Rosecat
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He is probably also alcoholic and jealous of you for bettering your life

    Martin Gord
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Big deal, just empty it into sink and get rid of the bottles.

    Namea
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Chuck the beer at his head and blend the cold brew with cookies and cream ice cream.

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    #10

    Last Year's Thanksgiving With Dad Brought This Out. Not The First Time He's Made Comments Like This, And I Was Told I Was Gross For Getting Upset

    Last Year's Thanksgiving With Dad Brought This Out. Not The First Time He's Made Comments Like This, And I Was Told I Was Gross For Getting Upset

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    Sinister Murder
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    1 year ago

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    Sinister Murder
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He might win, or not. I don't care. I just grab my popcorn and watch. This might be Ivanka or not, but apparently only to ask the question gets your comment deleted. Ivanka, this you?

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    similarly
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That would be No Contact. I wouldn't want that around me or my family.

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    Patti Lisenbee
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    go NC immediately. His next move will be to try to rape you. this is from experience!

    woodswhispers
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    sitting by my dad in the car while reading this is surreal, he does the same kind of thing (including the inappropriate jokes, like commenting on my chest etc)

    Jessica Bertram
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My dad does this sĥït. It's so gross. I am not sure low-contact is enough. (It's been 15 mos since last in-person and 2 months since last phone convo). The man is 75, and will not ever change. I feel sorry for his wife.

    Joseph Dixon
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is beyond screwed up. Run far away and don't look back.

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    #11

    Dad Decided To Tear My Room Down While I'm Away At College. He Also Threw All Of My Stuff Away Without Asking

    Dad Decided To Tear My Room Down While I'm Away At College. He Also Threw All Of My Stuff Away Without Asking

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    Joen Chau
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes I agree but law says it's their property and the kid can't do anything about it

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    Pollywog
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where I live you have to have a permit to do that and an electrician at the very least. What a bastard!

    Agamemnon O'Neill
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is no plan here. He didn't even move the furniture out. It's just vindictive.

    ucp
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mother (and her partner) threw out most of my belongings when I went to university, on the basis that if I needed it, I would have taken it with me. And they sold my bicycle without telling me.

    ucp
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It gets better: they threw my little brother out on his 18th birthday, with a week’s notice.

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    ewa
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mom threw my stuff out when I was at university. I came back "home" on every weekend. The worst was that she went through all my stuff. Together with my little sister. She still tells me I should have kept the room tidy like she told me ...

    ucp
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought I was alone in this: see my earlier post. I couldn’t take everything with me, as I had to use a train to/from uni: could therefore only take what I could carry.

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    Tamra
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    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This man is a f*****g psycho.

    Trillian
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do the same thing to the rest of the house, change your phone number and never talk to that person again.

    SuperChicken
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a fekking horrible, jackarse of a monster that father is. I hope OP went completely NC and never looked back.

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    #12

    For The First Time In My Life, I Stood Up To My Psycho Dad. His Response Was To Cut Me Out Of His Will

    For The First Time In My Life, I Stood Up To My Psycho Dad. His Response Was To Cut Me Out Of His Will

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    Donkey boi
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, OP is ONLY GETTING $20. In the UK & USA (and a lot of other countries), if you leave someone a token amount/item they will struggle to contest it, as they have clearly been considered in the will. If someone leaves their entire estate to one person/charity, you can easily contest the will, stating that they had forgotten to consider you, and were clearly not in their right mind, and, if you are direct family (husband, wife, child) you will likely get the main share.

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    Beth Wheeler
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh boy you get $20 each go buy the big packs of Charmin to remember him by.

    Panda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Obviously I don't know the backstory, but parents are allowed to do whatever they want with their estate. They are not obligated to leave it to their kids. In addition, RSPCA is a good charity.

    VastGirth
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This doesn't make sense. RSPCA is a UK charity. Why would she be leaving it US dollars?

    Carla Phillips
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would reply, that is amazing! I can't imagine the positive your donation will do for this fur babies

    KieLeaHar
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Narcissists will do anything they can for attention..

    Danish Susanne
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is a pity you didn't think of replying: "Great dad. I love cats and dogs"

    Jaybird3939
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't imagine constantly having money held over your head like this. I'd say have fun spending your money and never contact me again!

    Mark Kelly
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's donating to an animal shelter? Funny how he cares about animals but not his own kids.

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    #13

    My Dad Thinks He Is Entitled To My Money (Which I Don't Have Much Of) Because "It's Christmas"

    My Dad Thinks He Is Entitled To My Money (Which I Don't Have Much Of) Because "It's Christmas"

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    WindySwede
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Any Christmas without that is a fcking good one!

    Lauren Caswell
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Money is not what he deserves, it's something quite else...

    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like an "I sired you and raised you so you OWE ME" kind of dad!

    Beth Wheeler
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WOW. Who would even want to spend any time with him let alone Christmas?

    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "the money you deserve me?" English is not my first language but that makes no sense

    Sven Horlemann
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Illiterate, drunk, completely off the rails. Easy to decide what to do (or better: NOT to do) here.

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With a father like that, NC is all I'd want for Christmas.

    Celtic Pirate Queen
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WTF? Man, I just can't get over how many Dad are such entitled pricks. I love the way he said he said you'd be sending him money "Yes, you will" like he had Darth Vader kind of power. No means no, you f*cking piece of sh*t.

    Richienotsorich
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Guessing no one here has been owed money and the debtorcrefuses to pay it.

    Coffeemama05
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So my brother passed away a few years ago. He wasn’t rich, didn’t have a wife or children. Lived very much alone and I hardly saw or talked to him. He passed from over dose. My mom has more money than my dad. She went to my brothers apartment with some of my cousins and took care of everything. His belongings. Sold his car and took out what money he did have (he had no life insurance so anything went towards his final expenses). My dad didn’t help in any way and continued asking my mom where his money is and what is she doing with it all and if there’s anything left if he could have it. While my mom is planning his funeral and everything.

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    #14

    That’s Probably Not The Only One

    That’s Probably Not The Only One

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    Pollywog
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Find a friend that's a delivery driver to put it on their vehicle and lay low for a couple days! 😊

    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have car-battery-attached GPS location/trackers in the fleet cars of our family business. Okay, kosher - they're our business's cars and our employees know about the trackers. Then my mom secretly had the same type of tracker installed in my dad's caregiver's PERSONAL vehicle. My dad died in 2021 and the caregiver has since moved to a different state, but the tracker is still on his truck and my mom looks at his location often. I'm often tempted to tell the caregiver, but the a-hole once filmed me while I was in the shower (while he was supposed to be watching my dad) and often crept into my bedroom at night to stare at me when he had a night shift, sooo I'm kinda also on the "eff him" train.

    ElfVibratorGlitter
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omgosh. I dunno what I thought I was going to get when I clicked this article. These people don't deserve to be parents. Seriously.

    Tamra
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So many people shouldn't be parents. It's heartbreaking.

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    Michael Largey
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Attach it to an unmarked police car and see what they do when he starts following them around.

    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow. Throw it in a trash truck and let him track it to the landfill. Report him to the police.

    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    From another Reddit story: Put it inside a potato. Put the potato into a package and mail it around the world. Last stop: your father. Look forward to your father receiving a package holding a rotting potato and the tracking device

    Tara L.
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lol I'd mail it overseas, track that mutherfker

    Sven Horlemann
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah. Put the tracker somewhere convenient, and let him go crazy.

    Lauren Caswell
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is there some police service maybe where they can scan the car for this stuff? I also doubt that would be the only one 😬

    Sera
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is an AirTag and it will make noise after a relatively short time of being away from its linked owner.

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    #15

    My Father Sent A Video To A Group Chat With Me And My Brother Of A Guy Smashing His Kid’s TV Because They Forgot Their Chores

    My Father Sent A Video To A Group Chat With Me And My Brother Of A Guy Smashing His Kid’s TV Because They Forgot Their Chores

    That was yesterday morning. Since then, I’ve been getting complete silent treatment and he snaps at my mom and brother whenever they try to speak to him.

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    Debbie
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good for you for calling his behaviour out.

    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is not a Dad, that's a child. He lives on "OR ELSE".

    Amelia Jade
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This was exactly my dad. And for the record--we're no contact. Went mostly no contact in my early 30s. I'd just had enough. Now I'm almost 50 and we're completely no contact.

    Fire Singer
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember years ago watching a video of a dad running over his kids video games with his riding lawn mower and the poor kid (he looked about 15-16) was absolutely devastated and having a complete meltdown. People were actually siding with this dad! I was heartbroken for this kid. Now, I didn't have a lot of context of course but even if your kid was "lazy" and sat around playing games all day this did not seem like a legitimate way to handle it in my opinion. I'm not a parent so my opinion means little, but still it stuck with me and I always felt so bad for that kid.

    Sven Horlemann
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Excellent answers. Who is the adult here?

    Coffeemama05
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mom needs to take the kids and run

    Shy Dragon (they/he/she)
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why are people even like this? does it bring them joy? does it benefit them, or anyone around them?

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    #16

    My Dad Still Thinks I’m 13

    My Dad Still Thinks I’m 13

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    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ha! This sounds like my mom - I'm 42 and she still tries to control my life like this.

    Jason
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I miss my mom. In my 20s I worked nights and would visit her. She would wake me up in the morning because I shouldn't be sleeping all day. She meant well haha.

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    Abel
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one is cute. Phone priveleges!

    David
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    8:30 is stupid early, but if you live with your parents then having house rules is reasonable even if you are legally an adult. My brother used to stay up super late (2 AM etc) and my stepdad went to bed early / got up early due to our farm / cows. Thing is brother would often wake up my parents and keep them from getting a good night's sleep. They set a curfew, I forget time but not too unreasonable - 10 PM or something - for having the TV off. he tried to pull the "I'm an adult I'm independent" card. My mom pulled the, "If you're independent give me your house key and hit the road" card. It took less than a day for him to decide not making noise all night was not an unreasonable request. :)

    Vinnie
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have no issue with house rules that are justified, such as not waking people up. On the other hand, I doubt the father in the screen shot is a super-light sleeper getting up at 3 am.

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    Coralinea
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    True. One of these people "needs" to change their behavior.

    ucp
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He needs to review his own phone spellcheck

    CanadianaKa
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a midnight curfew at 21. Then I pointed out that my friend group ranged in age from 15 to 32 and that no one else had a curfew. I informed my mother I was "coming home with the sun." I drove in during sunrise and found her crying on the couch. That said, I never had a curfew again after that and our relationship improved.

    Sven Horlemann
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Move out, get a job, and live independent. Start small, but at least you are free.

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    #17

    My Biological Dad And I Have Always Had A Bad Relationship But I Thought We Had Worked Out Something Civil When He Got "Sober". I Received $2 Two Days Before My Wedding

    My Biological Dad And I Have Always Had A Bad Relationship But I Thought We Had Worked Out Something Civil When He Got "Sober". I Received $2 Two Days Before My Wedding

    Previously he disowned me for marrying a woman, he also said he had stopped drinking, which wasn’t true. I must also mention that he’s been an absent father and an addict my entire life.

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    Lisa T
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why do people even bother trying to have a relationship when they are treated like this?

    Anna Ekberg
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cause they get pressured into "being the bigger person" and to be the one that "forgives" and "puts it behind them". Always by people that have no clue.

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    Kelley Baltierra
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just send the $2 back and block him. Why are you even still texting that dirtbag?

    Rosecat
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What kind of kid did an addict expect to have?

    Coffeemama05
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mother in law has three brothers whom have nothing to do with my children or myself. When the first kid was born, only one of the brothers sent me a card and inside was ten dollar bills saying “for his college fund”. His own relatives and not a single person cares. We live in the same city, too. My kids are grown and have no idea who any of them are

    catpanda
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not a father, a sperm donor. Horrible excuse for a person.

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    #18

    My Father With Whom I Have Little To No Contact, Put Me (24 Years Old) And My Sister (40 Years Old) In A Group Chat To Chastise Us For Not Texting Him On Thanksgiving

    My Father With Whom I Have Little To No Contact, Put Me (24 Years Old) And My Sister (40 Years Old) In A Group Chat To Chastise Us For Not Texting Him On Thanksgiving

    About three years ago, my father cheated on my mother after 31 years of marriage. When my sister and I refused to accept the "other woman" as our new stepmom, he flipped out and cut us off because we hurt her feelings. Over the last three years, he has made no steps to apologize and has done irreparable damage to our relationship. He was constantly sending guilt-tripping texts like this to us, and I finally just snapped and blocked him after this.

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    ucp
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t get on with my stepmother. In 2014, after 30+ years, I forgot to send her a birthday card. She sulked for a month, until we all went to my sister’s house for a pre-Christmas get together. That went awfully: the 70+ year old refused to speak to me. That was the last time I saw them. As we left the “party”, my wife pointed out that she hadn’t received a birthday card, message, or wish from them in eight years at that point. One rule for me, another for them.

    KieLeaHar
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love your wife for doing this. She held onto that for so long and like a Queen, she wiped the floor with them because of their own ársehole actions. Please tell her I’m proud of her, fellow bp, from Australia!

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    Rayne OfSalt
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Have the day you deserve" is amazing. I'm stealing it.

    hearditontheX
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I Never understand parents calling their child filthy cuss words under any circumstance

    Anna Ekberg
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why even bother having contact and putting up with bs like this? Just go NC ffs.

    Danish Susanne
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was very glad to read the last sentence. There is no need to have someone like that in your life, just because you have known him a long time.

    Kelley Baltierra
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Best comment ever : 'have the day you deserve '

    Sven Horlemann
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No need to apologize. He got all the answers he deserves. Wait. No. He deserves no answer. You are definitely good!

    Joseph Dixon
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The father doesn't get texts from his daughter for a reason.

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    #19

    My Dad Making My Accomplishments About Himself

    My Dad Making My Accomplishments About Himself

    For context, my sister and I are very low contact with our father. There was a small news article about my participation in a space mission and he is upset the journalist didn't credit him for my interest in space.

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    Monica G
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Indeed, and a very unrefined one. Any contact with such a person is an occasiont to abuse you.

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    Michael Largey
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Daughter should have said, "Yes, it was my father that made me want to leave the planet. Later, fortunately, I also got interested in NASA."

    Martin König
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I got it before reached the explanation at the very bottom.

    Gabriela
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ugh, my ex used to do s**t like this whenever our daughter did well in school, take credit for her accomplishments . I stopped sending him updates on her activities. If he wants to know what’s going on with her, he can find out first hand by being there more than a call every now she then and a visit when he wants to play dad.

    Danish Susanne
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    After I read this post I wondered why you and your sister are in even low contact with your father.

    Sven Horlemann
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wonderful responses. Well done. You rock!

    Stephanie Trump
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, I’m not zooming in to read all that

    #20

    My Dad Is In Texas Right Now And Is Making Me Send Photos Of My Room Every Day Or He Takes 100$ From My Account

    My Dad Is In Texas Right Now And Is Making Me Send Photos Of My Room Every Day Or He Takes 100$ From My Account

    He’s taken 1000$ out of my brother's account for eating a Laffy Taffy, so this is actually pretty tame compared to other stuff.

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    Rahul Pawa
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you have a job, get your own bank account separate from your parents.

    Petra
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unfortunately, you can't do that if you're still a minor. The only exception is if you're emancipated, as far as I'm aware.

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    Coralinea
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Take many pics, curtains slightly different, pillow a bit different,... in one go. Set phone reminder and send from wherever you are when you see it.

    Rahul Pawa
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    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Better yet, once a week schedule the texts for each day of the upcoming week. No reminder, the messages will go out at the scheduled time on their own.

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    Bamamom2boys
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have access to both my boys accounts (one in college, one in high school). We only access it to put money in their accounts. I just can't imagine taking money from my kids.

    Sunny Day
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Withdraw all but $10 from your account. Hide it. Put a freeze on the account.

    Miki
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why this true human being has accces to this guy bank account?

    harshtart
    Community Member
    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had my own savings book from the age of 14...

    Coffeemama05
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m really confused. Why does he have access to your accounts? Why does he do these things? Why do you still talk to him?

    Learner Panda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WHY have you got an account that your parent(s) can access?

    Christine Didier
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    he's just using that as a way to get extra spending money. Rahul Pawa is right you are probably old enough to get your own account just don't Let him get a hold of your new account imfo.

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    #21

    My Dad Volunteered Me To Read At Church At 6 AM. He Also Refuses To Use My New Name

    My Dad Volunteered Me To Read At Church At 6 AM. He Also Refuses To Use My New Name

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    LAWLAWLAW
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just reply "god spoke to me and SHE is fine with calling me Tammy"

    Rayne OfSalt
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah yes, blatant transphobia. There truly is no hate like christian love.

    Coralinea
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The right outfit (or wrong outfit in dad's eyes) should fix this church thing real quick.

    Sven Horlemann
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People like this are allowed to roam free? Why has everything to be so manipulative, esp. all things "god". These people are beyond saving.

    DC
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ... bUt ReLiJuN hAs DoEd SoOoO mAnY gOoD1111

    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "The first step is God" would be the last time I speak to my Dad.

    Celtic Pirate Queen
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WOW. My response? "What f*cking part of NO did you not understand?" click, block.

    Shy Dragon (they/he/she)
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    (slightly unrelated) it’s odd that some christian people say things like “god will never love you” because christian people also say that god loves everyone?? but he (?) doesn’t love the devil? ???? (i’m somewhat christian idk really but my family is)

    Sinister Murder
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is impossible for God not to love, they are Love. It is impossible for a Christian to judge. Jesus literally says: don't judge. The church (any and all) is too small for the Holy Spirit. The greatest commandment (according to J, not making this up) is to love JHWH, God, with all your heart, mind and power. That is to give everything you've got to tap into Creativity, because JHWH is the Creator. And, which is exactly the same, love thy neighbor. Whenever you create from this Source, you are making Love real. They are one.

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    Contrary to authoritative parents, authoritarian parents often don’t care about their kids’ thoughts or feelings about their decisions. They don’t allow for much (if any) room for negotiations and compromise. They simply expect their kids to follow their commands and strict rules to the letter, no matter the context.

    Authoritarians are also likely to punish their children for misbehavior and mistakes. They have very high expectations but little flexibility and less ability to be nurturing.

    #22

    Texted Dad For The First Time In A While To Ask A Simple Question. That Was A Mistake

    Texted Dad For The First Time In A While To Ask A Simple Question. That Was A Mistake

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    V
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The correct response here would be "I would rather be a b*tch like her than whatever the f*ck you are"

    Sven Horlemann
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reading some of these make me realize my problems with my father... cannot compare. At all.

    Gwyn
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imagine a parent holding on to a need for revenge against their own child, 😭

    #23

    Stepdad Ate My Only Food I Had For Lunch At Work

    Stepdad Ate My Only Food I Had For Lunch At Work

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    Lost Penny
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Omg pls tell me you are joking!! I mix estradiol in my food cause my doctor told me it would be more beneficial that way... Pls tell me you didn't eat/drink that!!"

    Kelley Baltierra
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love how he texts you after the fact and I hope those hormones make him nicer

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why was your dad at your work and able to access the kitchen?

    Phil Hoyt
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read it as the child still lived at home, and it was in the family fridge (canned drink) and she was going to bring it to work.

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    Abel
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When your stepdad is Homer Simpson...

    #24

    Gross Text My Girlfriend’s Dad Sent. He Almost Never Contacts Her And Sent This Out Of The Blue. He Never Replied

    Gross Text My Girlfriend’s Dad Sent. He Almost Never Contacts Her And Sent This Out Of The Blue. He Never Replied

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    Jen Hart
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder if she originally misspelled it, and then corrected it in MS Paint or similar before posting

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    Meanwhile, permissive parents, unlike authoritarians, tend to have very few expectations for their children. They can be kind, warm, and nurturing, but they’re not the best when it comes to setting up and enforcing rules and boundaries inside and outside of the home.

    Often, permissive parents see their kids as their friends, so they rarely discipline them. This, in turn, can lead to their munchkins developing lots of unhealthy habits, which will have a knock-on effect on their health later in life.

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    #25

    My Girlfriend Got These From Her Dad Last Night After Not Answering One Phone Call. Things Like This Happen At Least A Few Times A Month With Her Parents

    My Girlfriend Got These From Her Dad Last Night After Not Answering One Phone Call. Things Like This Happen At Least A Few Times A Month With Her Parents

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    Lost Penny
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Keep the text. If he really reports the car stolen, show the text to the cops, they will have an interesting chat with him.

    Gaerwing
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not if he owns the car and she's driving it on an expired license they won't.

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    no adhesiveness 2020
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My father-in-law tried that threat with my son. He call the police station, they said it is a civil mater. Not their problem.

    WindySwede
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Please change the name of the sender, buy a car if possible, and go NC..

    Rocky
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mom and I fought a lot because I wouldn't let her being an abusive irrational person towards me, she wasn't aware how uncool she was and she is such a different and grateful person today. I am lucky to be born in my specific position I guess. Because, I couldn't have "💚 daddy 💚" like that for such abusive a******s. Whomever it is.

    Jess Smith
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it's the little hearts beside his name...

    Sven Horlemann
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Blackmailing, again. What is wrong with these people.

    Tara L.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd like to hear both sides in this story

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    #26

    My Dad Always Knows How To Make Me Feel Guilty For Things I Shouldn’t Have To Feel Guilty Over

    My Dad Always Knows How To Make Me Feel Guilty For Things I Shouldn’t Have To Feel Guilty Over

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    LakotaWolf (she/her)
    Community Member
    Premium
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The characters more or less translate to "love/happiness", which is irony of the highest order.

    Tara L.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stop apologizing to him, you're just feeding his narcissistic ego.

    BeesEelsAndPups
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Every Latina mother. Why didn't you answer your phone? Because I'm at work. Oh I guess I'm not the one who carried you for nine months, and raised you.

    Undercover
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He sounds like a toxic lover 😬

    Sven Horlemann
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pure malicious manipulation and power game. F*ck him.

    InoueAmani
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I cut anyone like this out. I don't have the energy to deal with adults that act like neurotic teenagers.

    smolspeedycats
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Chinese meaning of that is really basic, the equivalent of live laugh love so, no, I don't like his bell

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    #27

    Dad Bruises My Arm After Losing His Temper. He’s Not Very Remorseful

    Dad Bruises My Arm After Losing His Temper. He’s Not Very Remorseful

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    Freedom is good. But too much freedom without any guidance can be toxic. Uninvolved, aka neglectful, parents are barely present in their children’s lives. Often, they have barely any expectations of them and don’t offer them a nurturing environment.

    This can lead to self-sufficiency, sure, but it also results in poorer academic performance, difficulties maintaining relationships, and problems with emotional control.

    #28

    I Went Out Of The House For A Bike Ride, And When I Came Back, Dad Locked Me Out Of The House. Luckily, I Had A Back Door Key, But He Physically Forced Me Out Of My Own Home

    I Went Out Of The House For A Bike Ride, And When I Came Back, Dad Locked Me Out Of The House. Luckily, I Had A Back Door Key, But He Physically Forced Me Out Of My Own Home

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    Liklik Snek
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be fair we have no context here. We only see an overreaction without knowing what pushed the father's limits. He seemed to have cooled down somewhat in the last text, perhaps feeling ashamed about his tantrum.

    Gaerwing
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looking at the account the OP is a seventeen year old who has suffered a lot of abuse at the hands of what sounds like a very mentally ill father. Sometimes a spade is just a spade, and I don't think ther are many circumstances under which repeatedly kicking your child out of their home and then changing your mind are acceptable.

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    Ange
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My dad said I never went to college bc he was mad at me for graduating top of my class bc he saw it as a personal attack on him bc he never went to college. He said I was a drunken whore when I said I was at college. (????) I told him this is why nobody likes him, bc he acts crazy. So he went to the police to try to get me charged with elder abuse… for saying nobody likes him… so I would have my funeral directors license (what I went to college for) taken. It didn’t work, so he and my mom moved out of their house one weekend while I was traveling for work. I came home in the middle of winter 2018-19 and everything was gone except for my stuff. All the electric was off, water, etc. My mom kept telling me to beg for his forgiveness but I couldn’t bring myself to do it so I lived in my car that winter.

    Danish Susanne
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It sounds as if your mother is mad too. Beg his forgiveness for what?

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    hearditontheX
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lot of mental illness in these posts. So difficult to live with someone who's ill and good luck getting real help for them & often they refuse

    sleepybear
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    sorry (xx)? yeah, right. im santa claus.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For real. That's the moment when we add manipulation to the abuse.

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    Iera Foxx
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We don't even know if this IS an overreaction! There are plenty of legitimate reasons for parenta to go NC with their kids...

    Friskey Horton
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Geez, Ide tell the police he's abusing you.

    Abel
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A drunk drama dad? Please!

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    #29

    My Dad Always Insults My Appearance In Pictures, So I Deleted His Comments. A Man Child

    My Dad Always Insults My Appearance In Pictures, So I Deleted His Comments. A Man Child

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    Rahul Pawa
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gaslighting! Time to go NC.

    Miranda Veracruz de la Joya Cardenal
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People keep saying "time to go to NC". I kept thinking, what's so good about north Carolina? 😅

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    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When no one thinks you are "funny", changes are you are an a**hole.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah yes, the person with THAT "sense of humor".

    Stephanie A Mutti
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One important lesson I learned the hard way from my mom after I had a child; "just because it's funny doesn't mean you should say it". Thanks for the jokes mom... they felt,,, not good.

    Lost Penny
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Compared to everything else on this list, this example is almost wholesome.

    Rocky
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I delete comments I don't care for, too. Usually older brother or sister's. They're not so malice, more like, not helpful.

    Lena Flising
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If no-one's laughing, it wasn't funny.

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    #30

    I’m So Glad My Dad Is Finally Paying Attention To Me

    I’m So Glad My Dad Is Finally Paying Attention To Me

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    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    His "true intelligence" seems to be to send you all his nefarious plans so that you can show the messages to the police. Smart!

    Anna Ekberg
    Community Member
    Premium
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LoL, was thinking the same.

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    David
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, that's enough for a restraining order in one screenshot.

    SuperChicken
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "...I'll be your shadow." ??? WTAF?

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    #31

    My Dad Called Me Almost 350 Times, Then Decided To Use A Relative's Recent Death As Leverage. This Is Over Me Packing For School

    My Dad Called Me Almost 350 Times, Then Decided To Use A Relative's Recent Death As Leverage. This Is Over Me Packing For School

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Move away, don't tell him where, get a new number, never look back again!

    Sunny Day
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Dad, save this message. You can look at it in a few years when you wonder why your kids don't visit you as you sit alone in your stanky nursing home."

    #32

    My Dad Is Threatening To Call The Cops On Me

    My Dad Is Threatening To Call The Cops On Me

    The other day I backed into a parked car in a parking lot. I couldn’t find the owner so I called the non-emergency number, left my contact info on the vehicle, and took photos of the incident. I went back to the scene when the owner came back to his car and called me, talked with the police, and agreed to handle this civilly by paying for the minor damages (dent in the rear bumper).

    My dad found out and was mad about it but got over it. I went out today and he started calling me to get back home. I didn’t answer so he threatened to call the cops on me for a hit and run (which didn’t happen) and call the owner of the car and tell them to sue me. He then called all my friends and started threatening them too.

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    MoMcB
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where are the Mothers? I'd hand my daughter's Dad his a*s on a plate if he started nonsense like this.

    LeftEyedAsmodeus
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i am not a perfect father, but i cant imagine being like that to my son ( or daughter, but i dont have Daughters.)

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    #33

    How Do I React To This From My Dad?

    How Do I React To This From My Dad?

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    Jill Rhodry
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    NC - you react by going NC and get your a**e out of there asap - even if you have to couch surf for a couple of months.

    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "accomplice to wickedness" reeks of religious extremism. GO NO CONTACT NOW.

    Luke Branwen
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just a note she has her "father" saved as "FBI agent"

    ucp
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can understand that he might be concerned at a two-hour gap. Something may have happened: it takes seconds to send a message that the arrival estimate needs to be revised. However, his response is wwaaaayyyy out of line. I’d be looking to get out of there.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is straight-up manipulation. Emotional abuse. Get out ASAP.

    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get out of there as fast as you can and don't tell him where you're going. Have somebody check your car for trackers.

    Monica G
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He sounds like a deeply disturbed individual. Je needs to controll you. He would tear your down for this. Don't even bother to look for meaning into such mean and crazy words. Play along until you can leave. Be very careful in the future, don't rush in a fast track romantic relation. People coming from abusive families often end up in toxic relations. I know I did. Learn to trust yourself, and to set boundries when you can reinforce them.

    Lisa T
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She’s a a legal adult but has a curfew?

    Sinister Murder
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why not? She is 19, she can live in her own house, if not, there are rules. (Admittedly, these wouldn't be my rules, but still.)

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    Peter Romsky
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow I accually am those things and my parents have never said anything remotely near as mean as that

    Anna Ekberg
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sorry but I feel there is more to this story then OP is telling us. And tbf if you are 19 and want to come and go as you please then you move out, period.

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    #34

    Texting My Dad About A Previously Organized Visit With My 9-Week-Old Baby. We Agreed Yesterday That He Would Come Up Around Lunchtime. How Dare I Suggest A Time For Him To Arrive

    Texting My Dad About A Previously Organized Visit With My 9-Week-Old Baby. We Agreed Yesterday That He Would Come Up Around Lunchtime. How Dare I Suggest A Time For Him To Arrive

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    pipboo@live.co.uk
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bruised ego that your world now revolves around someone else.

    #35

    My Grandma Is In The ER And All My Dad Is Thinking Of Is Calling Me

    My Grandma Is In The ER And All My Dad Is Thinking Of Is Calling Me

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    Lyoness
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dad: Me me me me me me! Daughter:... But grandma's in the hospital... Dad: But what about me me me! Fine, f*ck you.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Yes, thank you for being done. Make that permanent, will you?"

    #36

    Conversation With My Dad About Him Forcing Me To Sleep On The Couch So His Other Kids Can Have My Room

    Conversation With My Dad About Him Forcing Me To Sleep On The Couch So His Other Kids Can Have My Room

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    Miki
    Community Member
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There shoud be times where murder is not only legal but a requirement.

    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh dear God in heaven. You need to get away from that house before somebody hurts you.

    Leradema
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bloody anyone can just go and make children. There should be tests, evaluations and licenses involved.

    Carrie B
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My parents are kind of s**t, but they never called me names. This whole thread is so fuking sad.

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    #37

    I Am 22 Years Old, Living On My Own With My Husband, And My Dad Still Tries To Control What I Do

    I Am 22 Years Old, Living On My Own With My Husband, And My Dad Still Tries To Control What I Do

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    Lost Penny
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    'I Am 22 Years Old, Living On My Own With My Husband, And My Dad Still Tries To Control What I Do.' Honey, he is not trying, he IS controlling you still, and it will remain that way for a very long time if you don't go NC with this yahoo.

    Anna Ekberg
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unpopular opinion: OP is enabling this erratic behaviour by doing what he says and then turns around and complains about it to strangers over the internet!? I mean wtf!?

    Lisa T
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He’s still trying to control you because you let him. You just agreed with everything he said in that text.

    Fat Harry (Oi / You)
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, and this person LETS their Dad control what they do. Assert yourself, for goodness sake.

    Abel
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Dad, I became an atheist two weeks ago! Baptize that!"

    Tara L.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Um but you are allowing him to still control you so of course he thinks he can. Duh

    WindySwede
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If this is what religion does to a human, then it was not a bad thinking like....

    Sven Horlemann
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ha ha, my answer to the "unlike it" would be "fck you, too". Gee. Some people.

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    #38

    Dad Decided To Throw My Boots Away Because They're In The "Middle" Of The Way

    Dad Decided To Throw My Boots Away Because They're In The "Middle" Of The Way

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    Lauren Caswell
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mine got flung sarcastically past my door at times. But never thrown away. And he once left his shoes in the walkway, so I threw them past the door of the room he was in. Got a sigh and a nod of understanding

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mine got thrown downstairs. It took me 5 years of waiting to catch his shoes in the same location ... and send them down to the basement. He wasn't amused.

    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't get it, it looks like they are on a mat against the wall except for the person that took the pic. You can see part of their shoes/boots.

    Phil Hoyt
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The two sets of shoes/boots closest to the picture taker are not touching the wall board, I guess that's it.

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    TJ
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As soon as he took off his, I’d throw his away! Just to be fair and even.

    #39

    Gotta Love My Homophobic Dad. I Wasn't Even Intentionally Making An LGBTQ+ Design, Just Wanted A Rainbow

    Gotta Love My Homophobic Dad. I Wasn't Even Intentionally Making An LGBTQ+ Design, Just Wanted A Rainbow

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    Anna Ekberg
    Community Member
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Rainbow mafia?? That actually sounds like something cool, can we all join?

    censorshipsucks
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    rightwingers scared of rainbows, got it.

    Danish Susanne
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I suppose they have to stay indoors with the curtains drawn after it rains. Just to be sure of not seeing a rainbow.

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    Jossh Nine
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Rainbow Mafia. Great band name!

    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tell your father that he obviously sees what he wants to see. Maybe its time he self reflects about what that means?

    Charles Wu
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    serious question, what is LGBTQ+/-2 ?

    GhostlySnail (she/her)
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t know what he means with the /-2 part but LGBTQ stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Queer. Sorry if that’s now what you were asking

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not even same, 12 colours here.. /s 🙈

    Joseph Dixon
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why do people get so bent out of shape over nothing?

    similarly
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "No, Dad! This is the United Nations Sustainable Develop Goals logo. I care about the environment!"

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    #40

    Didn’t Give My Dad 150$ For Beer. He Must Have Found Some Money Somewhere, Because He Drunk Texted Me This Lovely Mess

    Didn’t Give My Dad 150$ For Beer. He Must Have Found Some Money Somewhere, Because He Drunk Texted Me This Lovely Mess

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    Joseph Dixon
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    $150 for beer???? How hammered is this dude getting?

    Petra
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I might've replied: If "money is free", then why don't you have any?

    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good grief..... He is just a name of n a piece of paper.

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    #41

    Dad Gave Away My Cat A Couple Of Months After I Moved Out. He Refuses To Tell Me Where He Is. I Can't Pursue Legal Action Because I'm 14 And He Was In Legal Ownership

    Dad Gave Away My Cat A Couple Of Months After I Moved Out. He Refuses To Tell Me Where He Is. I Can't Pursue Legal Action Because I'm 14 And He Was In Legal Ownership

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    Gwyn
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's making me sad to see all these stories of parents intentionally hurting their kids.

    Lew k
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's easy to judge the dad but we had to give up my sisters dog and she wanted it back. We wouldn't tell her where it was because she had no place to keep it. She didn't take care of the dog and it was wild from being left alone and not trained. If she found it she would have tried to bring it back to our house where it had already wrecked a ton of stuff costing thousands in repairs or to our moms where it kept jumping on and injuring her. It also liked to tackle my 6 yo son and he was terrified of the dog and injuring my 13 year old dog. I hated to do it but the dog was a mess from lack of care from my sister. Just saying there are always two sides.

    Tara L.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Poor kitty, it's probably at the pound

    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would have destroyed the house. I'm not advising anyone to do that and have never done that myself, but this makes me mad.

    Monica G
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Deliberately hurting the chid abd an innocent animal is sick.

    #42

    A Text From My Father, Who Has Blamed Me For All Of His Marriage Problems With My Mom Since I Was 9 Years Old. He Sent Me This Gem While My Husband Was Deployed

    A Text From My Father, Who Has Blamed Me For All Of His Marriage Problems With My Mom Since I Was 9 Years Old. He Sent Me This Gem While My Husband Was Deployed

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    Carrie B
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I need to stop reading these. jfc

    Sylvain Tessier
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where the f**k do these men come from? I am the father of three grown children and I would never, ever have said anything even remotely close to everything that these d***heads have said to their children. And the sexual innuendo on a few of these messages, gross!

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    Lyoness
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mother's was a flat out "It's your fault Dad wants to divorce me." This was 2 years after she'd kicked me out because, in her words, "if you weren't here, he'd have to talk to me." I am NC with her. Go figure.

    Danish Susanne
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You didn't write very much, but it seems that your Dad wanting to leave is all on your Mum.

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    Cathleen Cummings
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why does she stay in contact at all with him?

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Karma is me blocking you ... Sugar

    Joseph Dixon
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And that text reveals a lot about the father's marriage problems.... What an awful person.

    Blott Brown
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Shockingly sick..I hope your husband stays safe and thank him for his service

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    #43

    I’m The Only Kid In The Family Who Didn’t Become A Doctor. My Mom Forced My Dad To Post For My Graduation Since He Always Brags About My Doctor And Dentist Siblings. This Is What I Got

    I’m The Only Kid In The Family Who Didn’t Become A Doctor. My Mom Forced My Dad To Post For My Graduation Since He Always Brags About My Doctor And Dentist Siblings. This Is What I Got

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    ucp
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I graduated in accounting. I retired at 42. These two facts may be related.

    ColdSteelRonin
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bet you have those income streams well set up and rolling

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    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This note is from my wonderful father ... I may be exaggerating a little (may be a lot)

    Gwen Davis-Feldman
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kids don't have to live the lives their parents wanted for themselves. Parents: Make the footsteps you want your kids to follow. And don't cry when they choose otherwise. Some people should not have kids----ever.

    #44

    23 And Can’t Spend Time With My Boyfriend, Without Dad Constantly Threatening To Come To His House

    23 And Can’t Spend Time With My Boyfriend, Without Dad Constantly Threatening To Come To His House

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    Carla Phillips
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If my dad had ever texted me that first sentence, I would have been mortified and second hand embarrassed for him. Like, who says that to their kid?? My daughter is 20 and I don't even want to think of her intimate life, as I'm sure she doesn't mine.

    Gaerwing
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Men who feel like they own their daughters are so disturbing.

    Sunny Day
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "OK. 20 minutes should give us enough time." (turns off phone)

    Anna Ekberg
    Community Member
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omfg, just move out or you will always have to deal with this bs.

    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dads like this have a serious mental problem and need help.

    Donna Peluda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Come on, something like I couldn't talk cos I had my mouth full would be more appropriate.

    Celtic Pirate Queen
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm a f*cking adult and will stay out as late and as long as I like. PFGU

    Upstaged75
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did we miss the part where she's 23 years old?? Insane!

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    #45

    My Father Sent Me This For My Birthday. The Bottom Says "You Didn’t Think This Was A Birthday Gift, Did You?"

    My Father Sent Me This For My Birthday. The Bottom Says "You Didn’t Think This Was A Birthday Gift, Did You?"

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    Katiekat
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So reneging on all parental responsibilities, including love and support and kindness? Winner. No loss at all there, and he's also making sure that some form of generational trauma keeps going on.

    KieLeaHar
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s not even a parent to begin with.. just a sperm donor. Nothing more.

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    C S
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is sad. I'm not saying this person should feel bad for their own actions, but for all of hate, & indifference we got, we just wanted to be loved. We don't miss the drama, but we miss what we never had.

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    Gwyn
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A lot of anger but also hurt there. It's sad this family could not work things out. It's sad the father is holding on to so much resentment.

    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What the hell is wrong with this man? It definitely looks like you are so much better off without him.

    Lyoness
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh. My. God. This is exactly the kind of "woe is me you don't love me enough f*ck you" c**p I get from my family if I don't call/email/see them as much as they think I should. I get so sick of it.

    Tara L.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd like to hear both sides to this. It sounds like mom cheated & this daughter took mom's side maybe?

    Lena Flising
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All eighteen-year-olds are slightly childish, as the brain is not done developing until around 25, sometimes even until 30. This empty shell of a human being still doesn't seem to be done developing. No loss to not have him in your life.

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    #46

    This Was Completely Out Of Nowhere

    This Was Completely Out Of Nowhere

    I was at work and sent my dad this, he’s been kinda moody lately, so I was just sending it as more of a heads up. Keep in mind, my name is also on the lease and I pay half the rent. Also this girl is also like my sister and she moved away a year ago, she is also only in town for today and tomorrow.

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    Celtic Pirate Queen
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "You're absolutely right, I DGAF how you feel. Just letting you know I was having company."

    Robert Beveridge
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    1 year ago

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    Honestly, if he acts like this, he's probably not incorrect, and it's completely justified.

    #47

    My Brother Has Some Major Behavioral Issues, So I Put My Mom And Dad Into A Group Chat So They Can Work Out Putting Him In Therapy. My Dad Refuses, And Has No Problem Calling Him A Loser

    My Brother Has Some Major Behavioral Issues, So I Put My Mom And Dad Into A Group Chat So They Can Work Out Putting Him In Therapy. My Dad Refuses, And Has No Problem Calling Him A Loser

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    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tell your Dad he is an ignorant, uninformed twat. "I'm the adult, I know better" doesn't work anymore. It hasn't worked since the Internet went online.

    Gwyn
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With a Dad like that he's obviously got trauma that can be treated by a therapist!

    KieLeaHar
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hmm, can’t imagine why the brother has behavioural issues with such a loving and supportive father 🙄

    Monica G
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Narcisistic personality disorder and psychopathy can't be treated, only managed. Other problems can be.

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    #48

    I Turned Off My Location Services For My Own Privacy. My Dad, Citing Safety Reasons, Turned Off My Wireless Data Until I Share My Location

    I Turned Off My Location Services For My Own Privacy. My Dad, Citing Safety Reasons, Turned Off My Wireless Data Until I Share My Location

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    Jaymi Leigh
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one depends on context. How old is the child? Where do they live / what potential risks are in their environment? If my teenaged child was in the city on their own or even with friends I would like to keep track where they are for their own safety. You never who could be around them and teens don't always make the best decisions. Or maybe this child has broke their dad's trust in the past...

    Gaerwing
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm so glad I grew up in a time when stalking and controlling your own children to this extent wasn't considered normal and acceptable parenting. This has everything to do with control and nothing whatsoever to do with safety. If he cared about the safety of his child he wouldn't have turned all service off making their phone entirely unusable in any sort of emergency.

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    Lauren Caswell
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gah this whole list. So much controlling scary behaviour

    Amy
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m so thankful smartphones didn’t exist when I was a kid, or my dad would have been exactly like this.

    Gwyn
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I agree this could depend on the child's age. If you are grown and pay for your own phone then of course the parent has no say. However, I am 47f and have location services on and shared with my parents and husband. If anything happens to me I want them to know where I was/where my phone is.

    Jen Hart
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We're 49, our son is 24, my mom is 73, and sister-in-law is 54...we share location mostly for funsies. Husband and I travel a lot with his job, and it's fun for them to see our icons on Google maps. It's all consensual, and we can see theirs too.

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    Tara L.
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Start paying for your own phone service then

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    #49

    My Dad And I Were Having Such A Nice Conversation For Once, Until This

    My Dad And I Were Having Such A Nice Conversation For Once, Until This

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    Rayne OfSalt
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "They" has been a singular pronoun in English since the 14th century, long before "you" was singular. Dad needs to go back to english classes.

    Fat Harry (Oi / You)
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't get used to it. I try. I have a friend who is non-binary, and when talking about them (with their parent, asking how they're doing at uni, etc) both of us struggle to remember to say "them" or "they" because it just doesn't come naturally to me. "They" is plural, as far as I'm concerned, and I try to adapt, but it's really hard when you're programmed one way! (I had a similar thing when learning to horse ride - I did gymnastics as a child and they're always telling you to point your toes, so naturally I do, but when you horse ride it's the opposite! It's "Raise your heels!" and I still can't get used to it!)

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    Aroace tiger (she/they/he)
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Shakespeare used singular they. Singular they (1375—over 600 years ago!) has been used before singular "you" (seventeenth century) according to some quick easy Google searches.

    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dad needs grammar lessons stat.

    Leigh James
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just say: change and progress can be hard for some older people, I'm sure you will eventually catch up - eventually.

    #50

    My Dad Doesn't Like When I Try To Cool Down The Hottest Side Of The House (My Side). He Closed All The Vents, Took My Fan, And Decided To Do This. It's Set To 82 Degrees. We're In Arizona

    My Dad Doesn't Like When I Try To Cool Down The Hottest Side Of The House (My Side). He Closed All The Vents, Took My Fan, And Decided To Do This. It's Set To 82 Degrees. We're In Arizona

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    Jason
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My dad did this growing up in Florida. His room was right by the AC and under a tree. He would set it to 85 in his room and mine was an addition with a flat black top roof without shade and sliders. I brought the outdoor thermometer in my room one day and it was over 100 degrees. I would sleep on the tile with a blanket over two box fans making a wind tunnel. The few times he would swing by my room to yell at me for something he would comment how hot it was. He would just pull the thermostat off the wall during the day and take it to work.

    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Religious nuts deserve to burn. Rip it off.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Does he think the thermostat needs exrocised?

    Historyharlot93
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe he thinks OP is a vampire of some sort. I guess a vampire that thrives in the cold

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    Connie Hirsch
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When he's out, get a heat lamp and aim it at the thermostat (not close enough to set anything on fire) which will trick the AC setting into starting up.

    Connie Hirsch
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My SiL's father was determined to save heating money, so not only was the house set to 55F, he aimed a heat lamp at it to trick it into thinking it was that hot...

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    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is the rosary supposed to keep the "devil heat" away or the "devil" kid who wants to turn down the air?

    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When we built onto my house I tried to get my now ex to do a split system because I knew the addition would be the hottest in the summer and coldest in the winter. He didn't agree, well our son was either freezing or burning up. After he moved out I bought him a window AC unit that my other son just replaced after 23 years I think and a heater with a timer. My other son that is still home has a Dr Heater in there, I have 1 in my office and it's great.

    Miki
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    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes. A true Christian.

    Sven Grammersdorf
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's his thermostat to do as he pleases with. If you don't like it, get your own place.

    TJ
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You don’t let children boil!

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    #51

    My Dad Not Letting Me Borrow An Umbrella Because It’s In His "Bunker Room"

    My Dad Not Letting Me Borrow An Umbrella Because It’s In His "Bunker Room"

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    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What use would an umbrella be in a BUNKER?! Logic has left that building long ago.

    Luke Branwen
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    By his usage of the word "Libs", he's an extreme right-wing. And that means he is now completely divorced from any logic and common sense.

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    Rayne OfSalt
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Doomsday preppers are the weirdest bunch. Instead of learning things like basic alchemy, farming and other actually useful skills, they hoard canned goods and guns. Lunatics.

    Jul Chv
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why would you use an umbrella in a doomsday bunker???? I know it's not the main point.... But it bugs me.

    clairebear
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He should cut down on the weed. making him paranoid.

    Miranda Veracruz de la Joya Cardenal
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Weed might actually help this person to relax and find peace. Right wing propaganda is what's making this person paranoid

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    Lyoness
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Isn't the point of a bunker to shelter in place, aka NOT go outside? So why tf would they need an umbrella?

    just-a-bored-human
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    im sorry but this is kinda funny and it sounds like a joke too

    Jenny Mason
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This dad seems to have extreme paranoia.

    KieLeaHar
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh god, he’s one of those nutcases… that woman needs to do herself and her kid/s a favour and kick him out and/or leave with the kids. He will only get a LOT worse:. Especially when he starts making the kids did exercise training, guard training and depriving them of things…. 😠

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    #52

    Another Conversation With My Dad

    Another Conversation With My Dad

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    ucp
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beating a child, and not being abusive? Fine, apparently, as long as you are a gift from God. What a dcik

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    #53

    My 75-Year-Old Dad, Asks Me, A 32-Year-Old Female, For An 8x10

    My 75-Year-Old Dad, Asks Me, A 32-Year-Old Female, For An 8x10

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    CrunChewy McSandybutt
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think his mind might be deteriorating. To go from that to chicken wings so quickly.

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    you had chicken wings on the today show ....

    Thom Serveaux
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can't believe dad doesn't trust daughter with her own body. She makes good chicken wings!!

    #54

    Dad Refuses To Give Me Back My Keys After I Loaned Him My Car

    Dad Refuses To Give Me Back My Keys After I Loaned Him My Car

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    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    THEFT. Why do people wait so long? Just call the police.

    #55

    My Father Set A Password... To The Thermostat

    My Father Set A Password... To The Thermostat

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Compared to the others, not do bad, but still low. At least if they can afford it.

    Karen Krause
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be fair, I'm the one paying the electric bill and I would want to set a password, if I could.

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    BrunoVI
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LOL! Dad upping his Dad game! Sorry, but this one is funny to me.

    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean... this is kind of a Dad Law?

    Lew k
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry dad here. If you're not paying for it, me and the wife will decide the house temp. This is entitled kid stuff. We keep the house a very comfortable temp but random changes screw up the temp schedule and how we cool based on solar use. If my kid kept changing my thermostat I'd do the same thing.

    Tobias Reaper
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    compared to the others this one aint so bad classic Dad behavior

    Coralinea
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If my dad had done that it wouldn't have been a challenge. He had exactly one pincode. For everything. Ever.

    Max McMahon
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This... is wildly out of place here?

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly, I would waste hours and hours trying to break the code.

    David
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Context really matters as to whether this is unreasonable or not. I've seen kids abuse the thermostat to where this would have been a desirable option. Repeatedly turning it all the way cold (AC) or all the way hot - but then going outside and leaving the door wide open.

    DC
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    .... operate it per hammer...?

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    #56

    I Confronted My Dad About Making My Little Brother Pay Half The Electricity Bill When He Barely Earns Any Money. This Was My Dad's Response

    I Confronted My Dad About Making My Little Brother Pay Half The Electricity Bill When He Barely Earns Any Money. This Was My Dad's Response

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    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Children do not owe their parents ANYTHING. If you decide to have children (or can't keep it in your pants and forget contraception) it is your responsibility to care (and pay) for the child. Nobody asked to be born. Emotional blackmail is null and void.

    Red_panda
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not enough context. How old is this brother? 23, sitting at home most of the time playing games and only working part time? Only paying half the electric bill is generous. 16, still in high school working to cover "fun money" and start a savings? Parents should still be 100% supporting. Can't make a judgement call on this info alone.

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    #57

    The One Time I Wish My Dad A Happy Thanksgiving

    The One Time I Wish My Dad A Happy Thanksgiving

    I'm 19 years old, my parents have been divorced since I was 3, and the last time I saw my dad was 10 years ago. He’s retired military so I’m on his medical, and that’s the extent he provides for me.

    I message him happy birthday and holiday greetings. This time he was drunk and got mad because I didn’t reply to his text message, even though I made it clear to him that my phone is broken and I’m using one with no sim.

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    ️ ️~ lefty libra️ ~
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this is quite sad, but the zombie emoji is iconic.

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, I'm looking to lose weight ... your fat a*s

    Gwyn
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My Dad once posted saying liberals are morons. I called him out on it and said he was basically saying that I'm a moron too then (he knows my beliefs). He apologized but it's never been the same.

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    #58

    My Dad Always Asks For Expensive Things And Wants Me To Pay For Everything

    My Dad Always Asks For Expensive Things And Wants Me To Pay For Everything

    My dad is probably my least favorite person on this earth. He’s emotionally manipulative, abusive, and controlling. He has screwed me over majorly in life. My grandparent’s house was supposed to be sold, and the money was to be given to me per their wishes for my college loans. My dad sold it and kept the money for himself. I am a pharmacist and went through 8 years of school to get my doctorate with no help from my parents, so I have a lot of loans. My dad constantly asks for expensive presents for special occasions or for me to pay for things for him, like my parent’s anniversary dinner at a steak house. It annoys me because it’s like rubbing salt in the wound of the money he stole from me.

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    Gwyn
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Say: why don't you buy your own dinner with Grandma's money? It did you p**s it all away already?

    Kate C
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This why no one should assume their "wishes" will be followed upon their demise. People , even those we trust or love, can be changed when money enters the picture - so make a will if you really want to be sure your wishes are followed.

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I say buy him something off the "roller grill" at the gas station.

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    #59

    I’ve Been At College For One Day. He Dropped Me Off Yesterday. It’s Orientation Week

    I’ve Been At College For One Day. He Dropped Me Off Yesterday. It’s Orientation Week

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    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Game on .. I am going to responding at 1AM, 2AM, 3AM, 315AM, ect

    #60

    I Have No Words. My Dad Suddenly Decided That He Doesn’t Want To Pay The Full Share Of His Rent And All I Asked For Was An Explanation

    I Have No Words. My Dad Suddenly Decided That He Doesn’t Want To Pay The Full Share Of His Rent And All I Asked For Was An Explanation

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    Nancy T
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Need more context. Why is dad paying rent if they're not working but traveling?

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seems to me that only context we need is "We had a contract with Silva...". If it's an actual contract, he's in breach, and it doesn't matter why in the least.

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    Agamemnon O'Neill
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah yes, the mythical "I WAS going to give you..." My mother pulls this sh!t all the time.

    SeaJaySea
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah! I WAS going to give you France but you decided to XXX

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    #61

    Almost The 5-Year Anniversary Of When My Dad Sent These To Me

    Almost The 5-Year Anniversary Of When My Dad Sent These To Me

    I had just turned 18 and moved out of my dad’s apartment into my mom’s because he’d constantly be drinking and saying horrible things to me and then wouldn’t remember it in the morning. I have more of these texts (16 more screenshots to be exact) but they’re kind of painful to read back. I honestly don’t really know if I was entitled to leave like that. I don’t know what’s wrong with me. Maybe I’m the insane one.

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    Cheesepony
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You are NOT the insane one, take care of yourself babe

    Kim Kermes
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, you are not insane. you are 18 and fully entitled to live where you choose. Please find support to help you work through this, and know a lot of strangers are pulling for you.

    Lyoness
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not insane, more an escapee.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You've got a different roof over your head, and it's stable? Block, block, block block block, blockity-block. Don't just burn that bridge, annihilate it.

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Life is going to be so much better on the other side! Be happy

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    #62

    My Dad Says I’m Dead To Him

    My Dad Says I’m Dead To Him

    My siblings and I have cut our parents out of our lives because for too long there has been manipulation, lying, and just downright nasty behavior. A few weeks back I decided I wanted to reach out to my old stepdad (my parents divorced and married other people a while back, they ended up divorcing those people and getting back together). I wanted to let him know that what was done to him was awful and I also wanted to just reconnect. My parents caught wind of this and that sparked my dad to text me after months of no contact to tell me I’m dead to him.

    The last two things he has said to me are that he’s ashamed of me and that I’m dead to him. And then an hour later he told me he loves me with all his heart. I didn’t respond.

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    I_need_a_nap.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    “Your died to me” if YOU’RE going to be a horrible person to your offspring, at least spell “You’re” right and use past and present tense words correctly. (I’m not condoning being a horrible person to your offspring, please don’t downvote me to the underworld.)

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That phrase "you're dead to me", seriously ticks me off. It makes me see red which means I would have to be creative in my responses.

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    #63

    This Is My Dad's Idea Of An Acceptable Amount Of Screen Time

    This Is My Dad's Idea Of An Acceptable Amount Of Screen Time

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    Coralinea
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One minute of YouTube? That's great, just three days and you're through the first ad.

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just spit out my drink due to your response ... awesome

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    #64

    My Dad Posted This On Facebook The Day I Moved In With My Mother When I Was 16

    My Dad Posted This On Facebook The Day I Moved In With My Mother When I Was 16

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    I_need_a_nap.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Screw him. Post the same thing on Facebook when you put him into a retirement home.

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    #65

    My Father Just Randomly Sends Messages Like This For No Reason, And Then I Hear Nothing Again For Months. I Hadn’t Heard From Him For About 5 Months Before This

    My Father Just Randomly Sends Messages Like This For No Reason, And Then I Hear Nothing Again For Months. I Hadn’t Heard From Him For About 5 Months Before This

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    Lyoness
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I get these too. Anyone ever found a good response?

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ahhhhh ..... I hate the parental passive aggressive stuff ....

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    #66

    Dad Will Text Me Stuff Like This To Guilt Me Into Ordering Him Take Out. I’m Sick Of It And Don’t Know What To Do

    Dad Will Text Me Stuff Like This To Guilt Me Into Ordering Him Take Out. I’m Sick Of It And Don’t Know What To Do

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    Gwyn
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So maybe work then? Get your own damn pizza.

    Murph
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't imagine asking my child for money. I am embarrassed for these people.

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, Dad ... maybe if you worked more, you wouldn't get bored, and could buy the pizza yourself.

    #67

    My Dad Only Contacts Me When He Wants Something. This Is What He Messaged Me Out Of The Blue With While I Was Crying At Work

    My Dad Only Contacts Me When He Wants Something. This Is What He Messaged Me Out Of The Blue With While I Was Crying At Work

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    clairebear
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He was going to use it for something fraudulent. Don't give your number to anyone.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "You just lost $250,000" he was going to use it in an MLM.

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    woodswhispers
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    okay i have to check out of reading now, OP's responses are exactly how I sound when trying to calm the outrage. stay safe fellow pandas

    detective miller's hat
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The saddest part about these is the kids just placating their abusive parents.

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry you lose .... yes, I know that when you became my father

    #68

    My Dad Threatening To Burn My House Down

    My Dad Threatening To Burn My House Down

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    I_need_a_nap.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If he does it, and lies about it, take these texts to the police. I don’t think he’ll be saying the same thing in the end.

    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Save those texts to show to police and fire dept if anything happens

    Brian Droste
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let him burn the house down. That is arson. He will go to jail/prison for a while. Yes, I know that will be a heartache for you. Losing things, at least he will be put our of your life for a while.

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why would I reply, when you don't have any decency in your texts? Unless my living there bothered him so much that it made it worth it ... I would have to leave. The house sounds toxic and the dad is losing it ....

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    #69

    My Stepdad’s "Apology" After Two Decades Of Abuse

    My Stepdad’s "Apology" After Two Decades Of Abuse

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    I_need_a_nap.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That better be some good biscuits and gravy, because if not, I’m ignoring your “apology”.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "biscuits and grave" is something I now cannot believe Danzig, nor any of its spinoffs, ever named an album.

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not sure what the dollar value of biscuits and gravy is ... but I would go and hand him change

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    #70

    Biological Dad Found My Post On A Public Game Group And Commented This. I'm No Contact With Him And 7 Years Sober

    Biological Dad Found My Post On A Public Game Group And Commented This. I'm No Contact With Him And 7 Years Sober

    He sent me 900$ in 2012, I was using in 2014-2016. When I got sober I made a decision to completely cut him out, he’s extremely racist and “born again Christian” and it’s been going well. The mountains of texts before this public post are similar.

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    DC
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    1 year ago

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    ... not to advise any of those two, but if you are to decide to go back to drügs or back to Dad ... start using again. Drügs are emotionless, feelingless, intetionless chemical agents tricking your mind into something that it should be perfectly capable of by itself alone, but maybe isn't ... while abusive relatives have the capacities to plan to screw you over, to take advantage of you, to systematically ruin you, even if it damages them as well. Now, think about that - any drüg dealer will not want to see you dead or OD'ing and in the ER therefore, because, even if their only interest is money, they will not plan how to ruin your life or how to make you suffer, they will take advantage of you, but they have limited emotional impact and are exchangable any day. Where's is that you're worse off?

    A.V.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You should stop using whatever you're using, you poor sod.

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    #71

    Dad Takes $20,000 Out Of My Account Which Had $17,000 And Proceeds To Guilt Trip, Gaslight, And Deny Me My Own Money. I Still Haven’t Received My Money Back, By The Way

    Dad Takes $20,000 Out Of My Account Which Had $17,000 And Proceeds To Guilt Trip, Gaslight, And Deny Me My Own Money. I Still Haven’t Received My Money Back, By The Way

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    ucp
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The amount of people who seem to allow unfettered access to their money is astounding

    Kate C
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think this may be a cultural thing , my Asian friends are expected to allow their parents, and sometimes grandparents, to have access to their bank accounts, etc.

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    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Next WEEK? I don't know what other banks do, but mine charges $37.50 for each attempted transaction on an overdrawn account and charges $20/day for "extended overdraft" if it's overdrawn more than three days. This has the potential to be life-destroying. Cops. Now.

    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is nuts, get your money back and cut off his access or go to another bank.

    #72

    I Felt Good About My Response When Dad Tried To Make Fun Of My Mother's Spiritual Beliefs When She Mentioned That She Wanted To Get Me A Healing Crystal To Put In My New Apartment

    I Felt Good About My Response When Dad Tried To Make Fun Of My Mother's Spiritual Beliefs When She Mentioned That She Wanted To Get Me A Healing Crystal To Put In My New Apartment

    We were all in the same room when he texted me, thinking he was being funny. They’ve been divorced for 16 years.

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    #73

    Dad Is Mad That His Subscription Didn’t Automatically Renew

    Dad Is Mad That His Subscription Didn’t Automatically Renew

    He got a new bank card and “I need you to do this for me” way of asking to change all his subscriptions last month. I updated it and thought it was that.
    I got this message not even 10 minutes ago. He does this every time something small doesn’t go his way and I’m tired of begging for him to calm down or stay in my life. I’m happy to not do anything for him anymore and I don’t care if he goes no contact with me anymore. Guilt-tripping me over an HBO subscription is crazy.

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    Miranda Veracruz de la Joya Cardenal
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's a grown up adult, he would be able to update the credit card on the subscriptions

    #74

    My Dad Opens My Mail Without My Permission

    My Dad Opens My Mail Without My Permission

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    I_need_a_nap.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would open his mail. See how he likes it.

    David
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Assuming USA, committing felonies as a way to 'get even' isn't very bright. It would probably never get reported, but if it did, "He did it first!" is not a valid defense.

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    Katiekat
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Federal crime to open other people's mail. You can show this to the police and he can be charged FEDERALLY for mail tampering

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    #75

    I Dared To Wish My Father A Happy Birthday. Now He Blames Me For All His Friends And Family Cutting Ties Because He Treats Everyone Like This

    I Dared To Wish My Father A Happy Birthday. Now He Blames Me For All His Friends And Family Cutting Ties Because He Treats Everyone Like This

    He sent me 45 texts like this before getting bored.

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    Adam Benson
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Doesn't anyone recognise the difference between 'your' and 'you're' anymore?

    CrunChewy McSandybutt
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, that should be the take away from this post, a grammar lesson.

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    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dad, sorry about not replying in a timely manner ... but my head is trying understand all your grammatical errors .. Planed B ... did you really say PLANNED B? Am I adopted? Come On ... Come On ... Come On!

    #76

    My Father Told The Cops I Came Onto His Property When I Was Getting My Cat, Whom He Told Me He Would Take To A Shelter If I Didn’t Collect

    My Father Told The Cops I Came Onto His Property When I Was Getting My Cat, Whom He Told Me He Would Take To A Shelter If I Didn’t Collect

    I was homeless because he kicked me out, and I risked where I was staying to have my cat with me.

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    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, Dad I am sorry ... sorry to be related to you.

    DC
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Self defense could turn a useless father into useful cat food, just sayin...

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    #77

    Meet My Dad

    Meet My Dad

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    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Behave like an adult" is another term for "do what I say". Every time.

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    FYI ... the side effects of taking my medicine is allowing me to talk to my narcistic parent. Right now, it doesn't seem to be working. I'll have to call my dr to "up" the prescription.

    Emily
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love the passive aggressive agitation comment at the end 👌

    #78

    My Dad Being Himself After I Told Him Happy Thanksgiving

    My Dad Being Himself After I Told Him Happy Thanksgiving

    My dad is very aware of our financial troubles, and it took every cent I had to get pull ups and diapers and put the remaining in gas to get to my uncle’s Thanksgiving, around 35 miles away. My dad says he lives 8 miles from me, but it is actually closer to 20 one way. My dad doesn’t usually do anything for Thanksgiving, and my mom has an order of protection against him and was with us, so I assumed the best place to take the kids to Thanksgiving dinner was my uncle’s who we don’t get to see much.

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    Carla Phillips
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm so confused. She said she drove for 16 hours but then she said it was 35 miles away?

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    16 hours to where her family lives. She is staying down there, presumably in a motel. The motel is 35 miles from her uncle's house and 20 from her father's.

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    #79

    My Dad Randomly Unplugged My Ethernet, And This Is What I Come Back To After I Plug It Back In

    My Dad Randomly Unplugged My Ethernet, And This Is What I Come Back To After I Plug It Back In

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    Fire Singer
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah I need more than what is here to know if this is actually an unhinged dad or a kid being punished for legit reasons. For all we know the kid used his dads credit card to do a little online shopping, or the kid was on sites they shouldn't have been and got caught. So many understandable reasons why a kid could lose access to the internet.

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    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seems to me your router needs to go missing.

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fine ... I'm cutting the wire or wires and when you want service ... you can't have it either.

    xolitaire
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The way the cables are scrambled around that table leg is a safety hazard anyway. Plug it back in and wait for the house to burn down.

    Sinister Murder
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pff, that would be a long wait with ethernet cable.

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    #80

    My Dad Is Upset I Missed Class Because I Was Sick. He's Also Upset That I Am Not Home Much Even Though I'm 18 And A Working Student Athlete. My Sister Texted Me This

    My Dad Is Upset I Missed Class Because I Was Sick. He's Also Upset That I Am Not Home Much Even Though I'm 18 And A Working Student Athlete. My Sister Texted Me This

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    #81

    Apparently, My Dad And His Girlfriend Were Fighting When I Went Swimming With Her Today, And I Got A Chain Of Insane Texts

    Apparently, My Dad And His Girlfriend Were Fighting When I Went Swimming With Her Today, And I Got A Chain Of Insane Texts

    I don’t have a phone plan, so I didn’t get any of these messages until I got home. I do not live with him, so I’m not worried about my safety. Also, the cut-off message says: “Dad, I don’t have data on my phone”.

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    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dad, you sound like a stalker

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "blowing up [a] phone" is a derogatory comment. If you're using it about your own behavior, you already know you're a piece of s**t.

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    #82

    My Dad's Response After Calling Me At 3 AM For A Chat

    My Dad's Response After Calling Me At 3 AM For A Chat

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    #83

    My Biological Dad Messaged Me On Facebook After Discovering That I Plan On Getting Adopted

    My Biological Dad Messaged Me On Facebook After Discovering That I Plan On Getting Adopted

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    Anna Ekberg
    Community Member
    Premium
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow, racist POS.

    #84

    Am I Overreacting?

    Am I Overreacting?

    Long story short, had to move back home and my dad has never been an affectionate father. I can count on my fingers how many times I have gotten hugs from him, he was also very emotionally abusive to me growing up. As soon as I got back he started hugging me and planting kisses on my cheek and neck and I’ll move away and tell him it's weird and I always receive blacklash from my mother and other relatives that I'm being mean and hes trying to rebuild a relationship with me. He did it again tonight and I tried to pull away from him but he was squeezing me tight and I literally yelled let me go and tried to communicate it again but he’s not getting it.

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    I_need_a_nap.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you’re not comfortable with someone touching YOUR body, they need to stop.

    Dog Lover
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exactly. Regardless of age, whether they’re related to you or not.

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    Kate C
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kissing on the neck, WTF? And Mom thinks that's ok too? Get out of there as soon as possible.

    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah he needs to not touch you when you say no, this seems to be getting very weird.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like getting rid of the entire family is the move here.

    Fire Singer
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Definitely not over-reacting. I grew up in an affectionate home so hugs come naturally to me. I've had people tell me they don't like hugs and that's perfectly acceptable to me! Everyone has boundaries. And even in an affectionate home we didn't kiss each others necks...that's weird.

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    #85

    Our Roommate's Dad Has Decided We Don't Get To Live In Our Apartment Anymore

    Our Roommate's Dad Has Decided We Don't Get To Live In Our Apartment Anymore

    He has no power to do this. He does not live with us. His justification is that we aren't suited to living together (because the apartment isn't perfectly clean) despite us being very happy with our arrangement. Our roommate and her mom have both tried to tell him that he doesn't get to make that decision for us, but he has ignored them both. His name is on the lease, but only because he and his wife used to rent this apartment before us. They moved out 3 or 4 years ago and now live an hour away. No idea why he thinks this is ok.

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    Tobias Reaper
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    if his name is on the lease and you don't have a contract with him then he can decide who lives there it sucks but without a contract not much you can do.

    Fire Singer
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Agreed, this sucks especially if they had a verbal contract in place, but even with family ALWAYS get it in writing. Actually...probably especially with family.

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    Lew k
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    His name is on the lease which means he's responsible for the condition of the spot. If you want control you need to be an adult and go get the lease in your own name.

    #86

    My Dad Grounding Me For The 500th Time This Year

    My Dad Grounding Me For The 500th Time This Year

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    Lyoness
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If she's smoking in her room that's a legit beef, but she could easily hang out with smokers - the smell clings to clothes. The rest of it just sounds like a good old Daddy power trip.

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    #87

    My Dad Is A Manipulator But He Wants Me To Treat Him Like He’s Jesus And I’m In Debt To Him For Raising Me

    My Dad Is A Manipulator But He Wants Me To Treat Him Like He’s Jesus And I’m In Debt To Him For Raising Me

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    Lyoness
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just block him. The "woe is me" cr*p won't stop otherwise. Narcissists gonna nars.

    #88

    What Would You Guys Do If Your Dad Did This To Your $150 Monitor?

    What Would You Guys Do If Your Dad Did This To Your $150 Monitor?

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    I_need_a_nap.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sue him for destruction of property.

    Wubedhheij
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For at least twice the amount ot cost of buying the computer and setup.

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    DC
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ... ask him to pay?

    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do the same thing to something of his

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Take all his shoelaces out of his shoes .... if velcro, glue the tabs up so shoes stay loose

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    #89

    My Abusive, Manipulative, And Toxic Dad Just Sent This To Me. Ever Since My Mom Left Him, He’s Been Sending Quotes Like This

    My Abusive, Manipulative, And Toxic Dad Just Sent This To Me. Ever Since My Mom Left Him, He’s Been Sending Quotes Like This

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    Susie Elle
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Parents did the bare minimum after making the conscious choice to have you so do the bare minimum for them when they are old' there I fixed it

    Fire Singer
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If parents want their kids to stick around when they're old to help care for them then they need to be parents WORTH sticking around for and helping out.

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    Lyoness
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Children. They raised themselves so you didn't have to. Consequently, you are entitled to nothing they've earned as a result of how they were raised. Not their money, access to their children, or their love." Fixed it, part 2.

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would have to throw it the thought ... Karma

    #90

    Despite All The Happy Family Memes, I Just Want To Let You All Know You Aren’t Alone. My Parents Are Upset At My Choice Of Fiancé For Various Reasons

    Despite All The Happy Family Memes, I Just Want To Let You All Know You Aren’t Alone. My Parents Are Upset At My Choice Of Fiancé For Various Reasons

    I still tried to send an olive branch during the holidays but got this response in return. Some people just want to stay stubborn.

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    #91

    My Boomer Father Seeks Out My LinkedIn Profile And Sends Me A Message About How He Wished I Looked More Feminine In My Headshot

    My Boomer Father Seeks Out My LinkedIn Profile And Sends Me A Message About How He Wished I Looked More Feminine In My Headshot

    Mind you, I just have short hair, which was styled and curled, and a full face of makeup in the photo.

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    ucp
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People who use ellipses so heavily are trying to be clever, but just come across as passive aggressive

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...aaaaaaaaaaand another neocon asshat enters the chat

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I see red when I read ... I will assume you understand me clearly ...

    #92

    I Came Out As Bisexual On Facebook And Got These Texts From My Father

    I Came Out As Bisexual On Facebook And Got These Texts From My Father

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    Surralvampi
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the umbrella of reasonableness...... I am stealing that.

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    you have responsibilities to this family ... do you have to get up, at the break of dawn, and milk a cow .... WTF

    DogMomma
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OP, keep running....away from whatever THAT was.

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    #93

    My Family Is On Vacation Without Me. I’m Away From Their House Visiting My Best Friend. Since I Don’t Run On Dad’s Time Anymore, He Had A Neighbor Do His Bidding And Blamed Me

    My Family Is On Vacation Without Me. I’m Away From Their House Visiting My Best Friend. Since I Don’t Run On Dad’s Time Anymore, He Had A Neighbor Do His Bidding And Blamed Me

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    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wouldn't play into the long conversations .... are you saying you can't do it? ... No .... can you do it .... yes .... are you going to do it now ... no ....where are you .... out ..... Honestly, this would end the endless/ senseless chatter on the other end ... if you don't play into the emotions, I bet he gets frustrated (which is what you want anyway.)

    Gwyn
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't understand why they had to share the pic of the lady, who deserves her privacy.

    #94

    Mom Asked If We Wanted To Go See Avatar 2. Dad’s Response

    Mom Asked If We Wanted To Go See Avatar 2. Dad’s Response

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Inner projection of wishes? 😣

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    #95

    My Stepdad (65) Rage Texting After I (42) Try To Set Some Boundaries

    My Stepdad (65) Rage Texting After I (42) Try To Set Some Boundaries

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    Morganne
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    what a snowflake, lol. can't even handle a single boundary being set. 🙄

    Anna Ekberg
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh the irony, talking about open mindness while pouring out all that hateful bs about liberals.

    Lyoness
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is it just me or do these single line texts drive other people nuts? Did the paragraph die and I missed it? My Gen X is showing.

    Joseph Dixon
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ahh yes... Fox "News"... That beacon of integrity and fact.

    KieLeaHar
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just to pïss him off I would have text back *‘you’re’

    #96

    My Dad Says I Don't Deserve Or Need A Doorknob

    My Dad Says I Don't Deserve Or Need A Doorknob

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    Anna Ekberg
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone please clean that filthy door.

    Leah Brown
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least they let you keep the door!

    Wubedhheij
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So he can peep through the hole?

    DogMomma
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your dad does not need or deserve YOU.

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well something else would be placed there ....

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    #97

    A Growth Mindset With My Dad Is Impossible

    A Growth Mindset With My Dad Is Impossible

    I grew up having to walk on eggshells around my dad because any perceived slight inconvenience gets turned on you and his mood changes in an instant. We had a productive conversation recently where I finally told him it’s frustrating to deal with and he had a great response and promised to just make an effort to stop and think before reacting. I’m exhausted.

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    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mrs. #2 was like this. At least I was able to get away from it by divorcing her.

    Fire Singer
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least it sounds like he's trying? Exhausting yes, frustrating absolutely, but if he's willing to see his problem and work on it he's light years ahead of most of the other dads in this thread!

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    #98

    My Narcissist Dad Is Trying To Play Wounded Cow Again By Telling Family Members I Cut Him Off To Hide A Pregnancy And Marriage

    My Narcissist Dad Is Trying To Play Wounded Cow Again By Telling Family Members I Cut Him Off To Hide A Pregnancy And Marriage

    I haven't spoken to my narcissistic dad since I told him it wasn't healthy for me to continue trying to have a relationship with him. This officially ended all forms of communication between us. Now, I'm in a group chat with the only two family members I still talk to. They were upset because they thought I was hiding major life events from them while I've been in quarantine. I'm not sure why my dad tells people I'm married or pregnant; it's likely his way of convincing himself and others that he's still the victim.

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    #99

    We Called Our Abusive Dad Abusive And Now He’s Refusing To Eat

    We Called Our Abusive Dad Abusive And Now He’s Refusing To Eat

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    Ria C.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like sister #2. She is done with him and I'm all for it.

    I_need_a_nap.
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let him. If he doesn’t eat, he starves.

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    #100

    My Narcissistic Father

    My Narcissistic Father

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    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow ... this sounds like my Dad. Only wants to apologize because Mom wants to see the kids ... not him ... Mom

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    #101

    I Know My Dad Is Trying To "Protect" Me And Stuff But This Is Too Far. He Never Let Me See My Friend After That

    I Know My Dad Is Trying To "Protect" Me And Stuff But This Is Too Far. He Never Let Me See My Friend After That

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    Anna Ekberg
    Community Member
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    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is not being protective, this is being abusive and controlling. Please learn the difference or you will be controlled and abused in future relationships.

    FoxEcoLimaIndiaCharlieIndiAlfa
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    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I could very well be wrong, since it's been a very long time since I've owned an iPhone, but isn't this screenshot from the dad's phone? As in the dad's point of view, because it says "read at 10:25pm" under the message from the daughter saying, Dad please I'm sorry. If so was the dad trying to see if he's the AH, without flat out asking AITA?? I'm really hoping I'm wrong, because even the title to this post, is made to look like it's from the daughter. Also these messages are lacking serious context. ETA- I also just noticed that every single message from the daughter, starts with Dad.? That's a little weird and idk about you but if I just got called out for having an attitude, whether I did or didn't, imo, best believe my àss would not be replying back in all Caps. This is all the dad's doing and he made up this entire post, that's my conclusion.

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't tell me what to do ... wow, he sounds like a teenager.

    #102

    Parent Pushing Religion

    Parent Pushing Religion

    My son (7) spent an afternoon with my dad today who is a fundamentalist Christian. My son first video called us and said god is real, why didn’t we know that. After he was dropped off, he was telling us how he needs to pray, the devil is real, everyone is corrupted etc. He now believes it’s all true because my dad has said it. I’ve always taught both sides and said it is up to them to decide.

    I messaged my mum about this twice and she ignored all the messages. I don’t want them involved with us or my kids anymore.

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    Anna Ekberg
    Community Member
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is on OP, she knows her parents and how they are and still exposes her kid to them. What did she think would happen!?

    DC
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cut them off. Religiots need to hit rock bottom, or they'll never learn.

    Lew k
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ugh. I've got family like this. We're not religious but I'm not against my kid being so but he's 6. He's not ready to make that choice for himself. Unfortunately those family members give him kids bibles and religious gifts for his birthday and preach at him about Jesus and he parrots it back. That my issue with religious people, asking them to respect your views is oppressive and unreasonable but it's OK for them to push their views on my kids despite my asking them not too.

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    #103

    My Dad On A Post I Shared

    My Dad On A Post I Shared

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    Ti Al
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like he's genuinly joking, and funny at that.

    Rebecca A. Corvello
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I totally by get a bad creepy vibe from this. I got a playful and joking tone.

    Strings
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly, I would make a comment like that to my kid. She, if course, would tell me off laughing

    Coralinea
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And this is where I'd link to an adult video with someone remotely looking like me.

    #104

    My Absent Dad Sent Me An Emoji After Not Talking For Nearly A Year

    My Absent Dad Sent Me An Emoji After Not Talking For Nearly A Year

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    #105

    My Dad Wants Me To Scrub The Oil Off The Driveway

    My Dad Wants Me To Scrub The Oil Off The Driveway

    Apparently, someone’s car (probably my brother's) leaked oil on the driveway, and my dad (stepdad technically) wants me to scrub it off. Like just hose it down? I don’t have time for that. Plus it’s the driveway, it’s bound to get dirty. Also up until a few weeks ago, he made me turn in my phone at night and wouldn’t let me have it in my room at all. Not even during daytime. I’m 21, and he continues to treat me like a child. He won’t let me eat after 10 PM either, because it “wakes him up”. I am the quietest person in the house, and my parents don’t even go to bed until 11 PM.

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    Jill Rhodry
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So many narcissist, butt holes and just plain pricks.

    FoxEcoLimaIndiaCharlieIndiAlfa
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    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's clear that your dad can be a doucecanoe and I agree that at the age of 21, you're being treated like a child, in some aspects. First off, eat before 10pm or bring some snacks into your room, prior to 10, so you don't "disturb" him, or buy your own snacks/drinks and get a mini fridge for your room if you can. I would also get my own phone and plan, this way they can't take your property, that you solely pay for. I know it can be much harder and way more expensive to be able to move out, especially at 21, but even with a part time job, a cell phone and snacks should be well within financial means. This also gets dad off your case about some things. And if your car leaked the oil in the driveway, then just ask what is the best way to clean it and ask how to fix your car, so it doesn't keep happening. If it's bros car that did it, then take it up with bro. Either way you don't mention that you're paying any rent and if your car made the mess, why should your dad be the one to clean it up? If you want to be treated as an adult, you have to act as one.

    ShaZam
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Buy a burner phone and either use that one or give it to him

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    #106

    Calling Your Own Daughter Like That

    Calling Your Own Daughter Like That

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    Lyoness
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I get him being a little freaked that his daughter is having sex at 15 but I think it's the over the top reaction that's concerning. He went through her phone, compared what she did to death, wants to put her in therapy, can barely look at her? It's all a bit much. This Dad is the one who needs therapy before he dumps all his emotions on his 15 year old.

    Tobias Reaper
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    his daughter is 15 most parents would be concerned if they learn this

    martin734
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The only thing I would be concerned about is if she is using protection and that it is consensual.

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    Jill Rhodry
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Men pissed that they don't get to sleep with their own daughters - fecken perverts!

    maka paka
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The guys a s****y dad but where does it say he wants to sleep with her?

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    KieLeaHar
    Community Member
    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Groossssss!!!! stop thinking about your daughter and what she chooses to do sexually and definitely DON’T publish it online!

    #107

    My Dad Doesn't Care That I Am Sick Even Though I Haven't Missed A Day Of Work In Over A Year. Also, I Didn't Have A Choice, My Employer Was The One Who Sent Me Home

    My Dad Doesn't Care That I Am Sick Even Though I Haven't Missed A Day Of Work In Over A Year. Also, I Didn't Have A Choice, My Employer Was The One Who Sent Me Home

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    #108

    This Is Why I Have No Respect Left For My Father

    This Is Why I Have No Respect Left For My Father

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    #109

    Dad Ignored Me For Almost 3 Days Straight But I’m The Dramatic One. I Just Thought It Shows That Your Parents Will Never Fail To Bring You Down

    Dad Ignored Me For Almost 3 Days Straight But I’m The Dramatic One. I Just Thought It Shows That Your Parents Will Never Fail To Bring You Down

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    Con O Cuinn
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Would need to know what preceded this before making a judgement

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